As a new North Iowan, I didn’t have any connections or know how to access resources to connect with others in the area. I spent the first year in North Iowa not knowing how to socialize or create new friendships. I found myself getting bored, not having a clue what...
Why We Sponsor the North Iowa Band Festival: A CURRIES Perspective
Each spring, the North Iowa Band Festival brings our community together in a way that few events can. As a long‑time sponsor, we’ve seen firsthand how powerful this celebration is—not only for Mason City, but for the many schools, families, and volunteers who make it possible. Supporting Band Fest has...
Celebrating 87 Years of Music, Milestones, and Community
For more than eight decades, the North Iowa Band Festival has stood as one of Mason City’s finest celebrations of talent, camaraderie, and community spirit. What began as a local tradition has grown into a hallmark event that unites businesses, organizations, schools, and families in a shared love of music...